Maryland vs Wallsend

Prices, growth, development pipeline, vibe and momentum for two Newcastle suburbs, read from the same registers on the same day.

Local take: Adjacent but Wallsend has the town centre and more character

	Maryland	Wallsend
Median house	$908k from 96 sales	$872k from 211 sales (lower)
Median unit	—	$690k from 88 sales
Growth year on year	+13.5% (higher)	+9.5%
Vibe score	55/100	58/100 (higher)
Character	Affordable family suburb	Working class heritage, town centre
Trend	rising	rising
Approvals in the pipeline	0	0
Contamination sites	0	0

Council development registers, NSW Valuer General sales records, EPA contaminated land register Medians cover the 12 months to May 2026 Momentum computed weekly, a reading of public data, not advice Updated 2026-08-17

Price comparison

Wallsend ($872k) is 4% cheaper than Maryland ($908k) for houses.

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Frequently asked questions

Which is better, Maryland or Wallsend?

It depends on what you're looking for. Maryland reads as steady, with a vibe score of 55/100, while Wallsend reads as rising, with a vibe score of 58/100. The best suburb for you depends on your priorities. Enter any address to see the full surroundings picture.

What's the price difference between Maryland and Wallsend?

Wallsend is $36k cheaper for houses ($872k vs $908k). Year-on-year growth is +13.5% in Maryland and +9.5% in Wallsend.

Which has more development, Maryland or Wallsend?

Maryland has 0 development applications, while Wallsend has 0. More development means future supply and construction activity, which can affect both livability and property values.